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Troublesome property attracts more suitors
The disposition and development agreement for Centennial Mills won鈥檛 require the group to preserve the historic flour mill.
Controversial development back in spotlight
A Pearl District group on Thursday appeared before the Portland City Council to present its argument against a mixed-use project already approved by the Design Commission.
Case study: shaping a Pearl District tower
One neighborhood association鈥檚 input recently influenced what a major mixed-use building will ultimately look like.
Development plans ascend to new heights
A mixed-use project in the Pearl District is moving toward approval, though opposition to the proposed massing and height is ongoing.
Potential shift in community involvement looms
Developers and others weighed in recently on proposed code changes, which would diminish neighborhood associations鈥� influence in Portland.
Proposed Pearl District hotel faces neighborhood backlash
Some neighbors are opposing a 23-story Hyatt Place hotel and apartment building planned for a quarter-block site in the Pearl District.
Pearl District project’s revision wins approval
Fremont Place won preliminary approval after design changes satisfied earlier objections from Pearl District residents and the Portland City Council.
Developers decry last-minute political interference
For developers contemplating multifamily projects in Portland, the City Council鈥檚 appeals process represents a perplexing puzzle.
City Council rejects Pearl District proposal
In a tentative vote, the Portland City Council unanimously upheld an appeal to deny the proposal for the Fremont Apartments, planned in the Pearl District between Northwest Naito Parkway and the Willamette River.
Pearl District project’s critics speak up
The Portland City Council on Wednesday began to hear a neighborhood association鈥檚 appeal of the Design Commission鈥檚 approval of plans for the Fremont Apartments.
Public meeting to focus on Centennial Mills
Harsch Investment Properties President Jordan Schnitzer is among scheduled speakers for a public event about Centennial Mills.
Boon expected for Multnomah County project
Portland Mayor Charlie Hales says City Council favors an ordinance that would allow a significantly taller health department building in Old Town Chinatown.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
